Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

The Facts (or the lack thereof)

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a benefit given by the Obama Administration to people who have entered the U.S. illegally or overstayed their visas. Individuals granted deferred action under DACA do not receive lawful status, but will also not be removed from the U.S. for at least a two-year period, and will receive authorization to work while in the U.S.

Members of Congress have made repeated requests for the Obama administration to answer questions regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) process.

How much do we REALLY know about President Obama’s plan?

Common Misconceptions

DACA is just for children brought into the U.S. by their parents.

Myth

DACA is for the best and the brightest, specifically college graduates and military servicemen.

Myth

DACA will not benefit criminals.

Myth

Illegal aliens who serve honorably in the US military would be deported without DACA.